https://pbhartinc.com Updates from Peggie B Hensley https://pbhartinc.com/blog/finding-purpose-after-loss https://pbhartinc.com/blog/finding-purpose-after-loss <div>When grief changes everything, even the smallest task can feel heavy, yet healing often begins in ways that seem almost too simple to matter. This post explores how small daily habits can become steady anchors for Christian women walking through loss, offering comfort, structure, and room for God to meet them in the ordinary. It also gently reveals how sorrow does not have to be the end of usefulness, and how purpose can begin to return before life feels fully restored. If you have been wondering how to take the next step after loss, this encouraging piece offers quiet hope without pressure.</div>]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:01:54 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/easy-fresh-milled-sourdough-bread-simple-method-using-a-bread-machine https://pbhartinc.com/blog/easy-fresh-milled-sourdough-bread-simple-method-using-a-bread-machine <div>Fresh milled flour sourdough does not have to mean cluttered counters, complicated schedules, or a kitchen full of gadgets. This post explores why combining whole-grain fresh milled flour with sourdough fermentation can make bread more nourishing and easier to enjoy, while offering a refreshingly simple approach that fits real life. It gently clears away the overwhelm that often surrounds sourdough and points to an easier rhythm that still produces good bread. If homemade bread has felt a little too fussy or time-consuming, this may be the encouraging, practical nudge needed to begin.</div>]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:09:00 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/what-i-use-to-make-fresh-milled-flour-bread https://pbhartinc.com/blog/what-i-use-to-make-fresh-milled-flour-bread <div>Fresh milled flour may sound complicated, but this post shows just how simple and doable it can be with a few basic tools and an easy routine. It walks through what&rsquo;s actually needed, why fresh flour matters, and how homemade bread can fit into ordinary life without turning into an all-day kitchen project. There is also helpful guidance on the best wheat berries to use, a straightforward bread machine method, and a couple of recipe ideas to make getting started feel far less overwhelming. If making nourishing, homemade bread has felt out of reach, this encouraging post may be the gentle nudge needed to finally try it.</div>]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:22:56 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/direct-selling-side-income-for-women-over-50 https://pbhartinc.com/blog/direct-selling-side-income-for-women-over-50 <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:20:41 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/traveling-alone-after-loss-finding-joy-when-couples-trigger-comparison-and-grief https://pbhartinc.com/blog/traveling-alone-after-loss-finding-joy-when-couples-trigger-comparison-and-grief <div><br></div>]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:08:29 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-do-i-get-started-bible-journaling https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-do-i-get-started-bible-journaling <div>Bible journaling doesn’t have to start with fancy pens or perfect pages—it can begin with a plain pencil and a quiet desire to linger with Scripture. This post offers a simple, reverent way to begin Bible journaling for beginners, especially for Christian women over 50 who are navigating purpose after retirement or finding joy after widowhood. It shares easy, no-pressure journaling styles, a humble supply list, and a steady 10–15 minute routine built around prayer, reading, and a few meaningful marks on the page. Along the way, gentle reminders keep the focus where it belongs: “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” If the idea of “messing up” has held you back, this will feel like a calm doorway into faith-based creativity—and a fresh way to stay useful in church after retirement without turning devotion into performance.</div>]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:34:00 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-to-renew-your-mind-with-scripture-a-christian-coloring-journal-for-women https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-to-renew-your-mind-with-scripture-a-christian-coloring-journal-for-women <div>There is a quiet power in slowing down to put pencil to paper, allowing truth to settle deep within the mind. We often carry hidden thoughts that contradict God’s promises, whispering that we are not enough or that our best days are behind us. Yet, Scripture reminds us that "as he thinketh in his heart, so is he," making the stewardship of our thoughts a vital spiritual task. This post explores a gentle, practical way to replace discouraging lies with the enduring truth of the Bible through writing and reflection. Discover how simple, daily habits can help renew the mind and anchor the heart in what is pure, honest, and of good report.</div>]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:38:00 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/creative-bible-study-methods-for-women-who-think-they-re-not-artistic-1 https://pbhartinc.com/blog/creative-bible-study-methods-for-women-who-think-they-re-not-artistic-1 <div>Creative Bible study—often called Bible journaling for beginners—isn’t about artistic talent; it’s about slowing down long enough to truly listen to Scripture and respond with your hands as well as your eyes. Simple practices like highlighting key words, copying verses, writing one honest question in the margin, or adding a tiny symbol can help truth “stick” in a fresh way and turn study into worship: “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” Discover six easy methods that can be tried this week with nothing more than a Bible and a pen, and see how a familiar passage can open up when approached with quiet attention. For Christian women over 50 who want steady comfort, renewed purpose, and faith-based creativity, this gentle approach invites a real conversation with the Lord—right there on the page.</div>]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:14:55 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-to-find-purpose-after-retirement-as-a-christian-woman https://pbhartinc.com/blog/how-to-find-purpose-after-retirement-as-a-christian-woman <div>For decades, your purpose seemed obvious, but when daily roles shift, it is natural to wonder if you are still needed. The silence of retirement can feel disorienting, yet Scripture promises that you are still meant to flourish and bring forth fruit in every season. This post explores three gentle shifts that help you trade comparison for a calling that fits this specific time of life. Discover how to move from simply filling time to embracing intentional service and creativity that builds spiritual depth. Your usefulness was never tied to a busy schedule, and there are good works ordained specifically for you right now.</div>]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:28:01 CDT https://pbhartinc.com/blog/am-i-serving-god-or-seeking-validation https://pbhartinc.com/blog/am-i-serving-god-or-seeking-validation <div data-pasted="true"><br></div>]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2025 08:25:04 CDT